Poole · England
Bath Resealing for Longfleet homes
Bath resealing in Longfleet without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then we come to you.
- Gaps in the seal
- Black spots in the silicone
- An untidy old seal
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Baths
We fill the bath before sealing, to open the joint fully.
Shower trays
We put weight on a tray before sealing it, so the joint is at its widest.
How we handle bath resealing in Longfleet
Baths are resealed with water in them, so the joint is at its widest, which stops the new seal tearing the first time the bath is used. Whether it’s mould you can’t clean out and silicone smeared on tiles, we can help, on baths, shower trays & enclosures and basins & vanity units alike.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Poole.
- Location
- Longfleet (BH15, BH14)
- Region
- Poole
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why reseal now?
Resealing is routine maintenance. Putting off a reseal can let water reach the walls and floor, and that damage costs much more to fix. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Longfleet
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Take a look at our full price list.
About Longfleet
Longfleet is about 1 mile south-west of Poole, in Poole. We visit homes and businesses in Longfleet, so there’s no workshop to go to. Longfleet is one of 18 places in Poole where we work.
All of BH15 and BH14 is covered. Streets in the area include Park Road, Hunt Road and Bond Road. Longfleet sits on or near the A35, so getting to you is simple. We also travel to Sterte (1 mile west), Oakdale (1 mile north-west), Poole (1 mile north-east), Sea View (1 mile north-east) and Whitecliff (1 mile south-east).
What’s near Longfleet
Around Longfleet, we work in homes near St Mary's Church, Longfleet Church of England Primary School and Uplands School and the streets around them. You will also find The Lord Wimborne pub (0.8 miles south-west), Poole Park (less than half a mile south) and Poole High School (0.6 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Poole station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Brownsea Castle (2.5 miles south) and Poole Hospital (within half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Longfleet include Ham Common (LNR) and Beacon Hill.
- Other local spots include Poole (0.8 miles south-west)
For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
The process
We turn up at the time we agreed with you and checks the damage against your pictures first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. Most visits take a couple of hours, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- All the old sealant is cut out and removed.
- We clean the joint and treat any mould.
- We dry the joint thoroughly.
- For a bath, we fill it with water first so the joint is at its widest.
- We apply new mould-resistant silicone and tool it to a neat finish, taps included.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
What bath resealing costs
Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How much damage there is
- Doing more than one item at once
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
How to get a fixed quote
You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Longfleet, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
FAQs for Longfleet
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Why does my sealant keep splitting?
Movement is the usual cause, or it was sealed with the bath empty. We fill the bath before sealing it.
What do you need from me?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
How do I stop mould in sealant?
Mostly moisture and poor ventilation. Mould-resistant silicone and good ventilation help.
How do I get a price for bath resealing in Longfleet?
Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
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Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Run the extractor fan during and after showers
- Air the room after use
- Reseal when black spots will not clean off
- Don’t stand toiletries on the seal
Keep the room well ventilated, and wipe the joints after use.
Reseal before water gets in. Gaps or lifting edges mean it needs doing.
Common problems we fix in Longfleet
Poor ventilation speeds things up: moisture sits on the joints longer, and mould takes hold.
Common reasons people in Longfleet contact us are:
- Old sealant that looks dirty
- An untidy old seal
- Silicone coming away from the tiles
- Missing sealant behind the taps
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How the colour is matched
- Aftercare advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
